Tag: Health Insurance

Impending Federal Subsidy Expiration Threatens ACA Marketplace Stability

Explore how the expiration of ACA premium subsidies by 2025 may impact health insurance costs and the uninsured rate across the U.S. Act now to prepare!

Medicare Advantage OTC Benefits Underused Amid Plan Reductions and Inflation

Medicare Advantage OTC benefits provide seniors with vital health product allowances, but utilization is low due to awareness and complexity. Plan reductions and inflation heighten the importance of optimizing these benefits.

AMA Report: High Concentration in U.S. Commercial and Medicare Advantage Insurance Markets in 2024

AMA's 2024 report reveals high concentration levels in U.S. commercial and Medicare Advantage health insurance markets, highlighting key insurers' dominant shares across metro areas.

Expiring ACA Enhanced Tax Credits Threaten Iowa Farmers' Health Coverage

The expiration of enhanced ACA premium tax credits threatens Iowa farmers with sharp insurance premium increases, impacting rural economies and health coverage options for 2026.

House Rejects Vote on ACA Subsidies, Impacting 2024 Premiums

House Speaker Mike Johnson will not call a vote to renew enhanced ACA subsidies, leading to higher health insurance premiums in 2024 marketplace plans amid Republican opposition and budget negotiation challenges.

House Committee Probes Major Obamacare Brokers Over Fraud Concerns

House Judiciary Committee investigates major Obamacare insurers and brokers over potential fraud inflating program costs, focusing on enrollment practices and subsidy misuse.

AM Best Panel to Discuss Medicare Advantage Challenges and Outlook in 2026

AM Best hosts expert panel to analyze Medicare Advantage challenges and market outlook amid rising costs and utilization trends in U.S. health insurance.

Expiration of ACA Subsidies to Increase Health Insurance Costs in 2026

With the expiry of COVID-era ACA tax credits, millions face higher health insurance premiums and deductibles in 2026, impacting coverage affordability and market dynamics.

Congress Faces Deadline on ACA Subsidy Extensions Amid Legislative Stalemate

Congress faces a critical deadline as enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies look set to expire amid political stalemate, threatening higher premiums for millions.

AMA Study Reveals High Concentration in US Health Insurance Markets in 2024

The AMA's 2024 study reveals high concentration levels in US commercial and Medicare Advantage health insurance markets, driven by mergers and acquisitions, impacting competition and consumer choices.